Select the sentence containing the homonym of the highlighted word:
The tableau of human suffering was etched into memory by the war artist.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. The cabinet's tableau was rearranged after the reshuffle.
Given word: Tableau
Meaning: A vivid or graphic representation, especially a scene or picture.
Concept: Homonym – words that have the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings.
Analysis of the given options:
Option 1: Refers to a dramatic representation → same meaning (not a homonym).
Option 2: Refers to a representation of events → same meaning (not a homonym).
Option 3: Refers to symbolic representation → same meaning (not a homonym).
Option 4: Refers to a cabinet arrangement → different meaning → homonym.
Correct Sentence: The cabinet's tableau was rearranged after the reshuffle.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.